Putting you first at the centre of what we do. Keeping you healthy and safe at work. Supporting you when you are harmed at work. Ensuring your scheme works and is sustainable.
- Introduction
- Overview of this guide
- Glossary
- Element 1 - Commitment and Corporate Governance
- Element 2 - Planning
- Element 3 - Implementation
- Adequate resources to support rehabilitation programs including facilitation of an early return to work and/or maintenance of an employee at work
- Training programs to support the rehabilitation management system
- Defining and communicating responsibilities to stakeholders
- Employees are aware of their rights and responsibilities in relation to rehabilitation
- Early intervention rehabilitation systems in place
- Assessment of injured workers' capability to undertake a rehabilitation program
- Rehabilitation programs in accordance with section 37 of the SRC Act
- Complying with the provisions of the section 41 guidelines
- Providing employees with, or helping employees to find suitable employment
- Maintaining the confidentiality of information and applying legislative requirements
- Maintaining relevant reporting, records and/or documentation to support rehabilitation management programs and legislative compliance
- Complying with the provisions of the SRC Act when managing reviews/ reconsiderations
- Element 4 - Measurement and Evaluation
- Element 5 - Review and Continuous Improvement
- Action Summary Sheet
- Reference list & resources
- Disclaimer
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Early intervention - Early intervention rehabilitation systems in place
Why is this important?
Providing rehabilitation as soon as practicable after an injury or on the request of an injured employee sets an expectation of an early return to work. This reduces the human and financial costs associated with workers' compensation claims or other forms of leave. It demonstrates that the employer values its employees.